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Injured workers shouldn’t be left trying to cover bills
All workers should have a safe place to get their job duties done. This takes work on the part of the employer because they need to provide the protocol and tools to make this happen. While most companies take pride in having a good safety…
Lone workers have higher risk of injury
Perhaps one of your strong qualities is that you are a self-starter. Your employer may have selected you for the job because you indicated that you enjoy working alone or you proved you need little supervision to get the job done. Like many Texas workers…
What are some occupational dangers that oil and gas workers face?
There are many professions out there that are inherently dangerous. Oil and gas extraction jobs are two of the more notable ones. There are many different hazards that workers in this industry have to contend with if they want to keep from getting hurt or…
Know your workers’ compensation rights and responsibilities
When you suffer an injury at work, you need to get the medical care you deserve to try to treat the problem. You shouldn’t have to cover the costs out of your own pocket since the accident happened while you were working. The workers’ compensation…
Fatigued trucking can lead to serious crashes
Truckers do a major service to this country, but they must ensure that they’re being safe while they’re doing it. One thing that they need to be careful about is driving when they become fatigued. In most cases, truckers are subjected to the Hours of…
Construction site fatalities commonly caused by these 4 issues
Construction workers have to be very careful as they do their job duties. It is imperative that they understand some of the bigger risks that they face, so they can try to avoid them. Their employers should do the same, so they can develop safety…
Daylight saving time leads to more accidents, injuries
Drivers in Texas and across the United States may feel a little groggy when spring daylight saving time begins as clocks spring forward. The sleepiness that many commuters feel as they head to work can lead to danger on the road. Researchers from the University…
What happens if you suffer an amputation in the oil fields?
Just about anywhere in Texas you travel, oil rigs, drilling rigs and other signs of oil production dot the landscape. It always appears as though they work themselves, but the truth is that numerous individuals in the state spend long hours keeping those machines producing.…
Bill may open up interstate travel to truckers under 21
Truck drivers in Texas probably know how the state only allows them to travel interstate if they are 21 or older. A bipartisan bill introduced in February 2019 and called the DRIVE-Safe Act may alter this. It proposes to let truckers aged 18 to 20…
Research supports starting school later in the morning
Research has found that teenagers in Texas and throughout the United States go through bodily changes that make it more beneficial to wake up later in the day. It has also found that those between the ages of 13 and 18 need at least eight…
CMV drivers can avoid drowsiness with these 6 tips
Drowsiness and driving a commercial motor vehicle, especially a big rig, do not go well together. However, truckers in Texas and across the U.S. have the ability to avoid drowsiness behind the wheel. The following six tips can help prevent major fatigue. The first step…
New report shows importance of supervisors in construction safety
Construction workers in Texas may or may not be heavily involved in the crafting of safety plans and guidelines around the job site, but a report from Dodge Data & Analytics has found that more contractors are attempting this. Contractors are also increasingly relying on…
How big is the threat of fire at your workplace?
Regardless of whether you work in the oil and gas business or another industrial workplace in San Antonio or other area in Texas, exposure to explosive and flammable materials will be one of the primary safety hazards. According to the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health…
Why truckers must have sleep apnea treated
Drivers in Texas have good reason to fear being around truckers because a significant number of them suffer from sleep apnea. Though this sleep disorder affects only 4% of the general population, it’s estimated that 35% of truckers have it. Obstructive sleep apnea, the most…
Construction in the workplace can be dangerous
When construction workers are on the job in Texas, they may face many significant hazards. Workers in other types of industries may also face some risks from construction or renovation work when it is taking place while the company is still open. Environmental contaminants and…
Avoiding the four most common types of car crashes
The four most common types of car accidents, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, are front-impact, side-impact, rear-end and parking lot collisions. Drivers in Texas would do well to review the ways that they can avoid these. Front-impact collisions are the most widespread…
Volvo to manufacture alcohol detection and intervention tech
For over a century, the leading cause of auto accident fatalities in Texas and across the country has been driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol. While there is such a thing as alcohol detection technology for cars, it often detects intoxication through a…
Hands-free mobile devices not enough to stop distracted driving
Many people in Georgia know that distracted driving is a major threat to highway safety. Due to laws designed to clamp down on the distractions created by smartphones, many drivers have shifted to hands-free mobile phones, at least for voice conversations. In general, phone usage…
Road construction workers face serious risks while they work
It seems as though there are always roadways here in Texas under construction. The situation can be inconvenient and frustrating as a driver as you navigate through cones, barriers and more. However, as one of the people working on the roadway, you are incredibly vulnerable…
OSHA revises current amputation rules
Manufacturing companies in Texas and throughout the United States are required to ensure that machines are safe to use. This generally means that a machine is properly guarded and that there is a regular maintenance schedule in place. Taking these steps may minimize or eliminate…
Workers still vulnerable to injuries or fatalities on the job
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there were 5,250 workplace fatalities in 2018. This was an increase of 2% from 2017, but the fatality rate per 100,000 full-time workers in Texas and throughout the country remained steady at 3.5%. The BLS data indicated that…
OSHA: computer-based training not enough
OSHA has high standards when it comes to employee safety training, and one of the things it has been stressing recently is that computer-based training alone does not meet those standards. Employers and employees alike in Texas should know that OSHA requires training that results…
The dangers caused by jackknifed trucks
It is not uncommon to see a jackknifed truck on Texas roads. Jackknifing can be dangerous for the trucker and other motorists on the freeway. Jackknifing is not inevitable. When truckers follow a few safety procedures, they may avoid jackknifing, even in dangerous situations. Truckers…
Study shows how opioid use is prevalent in fatal 2-car crashes
There is an opioid crisis in Texas and the rest of the U.S., and studies show that it is impacting the roads. From 1993 to 2016, the percentage of opioid-using drivers who initiated a crash rose from 2% to 7.1%. A study published in JAMA…
The fatality rate for oil workers is shockingly high
Can you guess which industry has a similar fatality rate to that of U.S. military troops serving in Afghanistan? Although it can be hard to imagine a job in America that is that dangerous, the reality is that oil workers are dying, and things are…
Big rigs pose big risks
Tractor-trailer, semi-truck, big rig or whatever other names these vehicles are known by — it’s hard to ignore them. Anyone who drives on the highways of Texas or anywhere throughout the country can’t help but notice the literal fleet of large cargo trucks that are…
Artificial intelligence may curb distracted driving in Texas
According to the National Safety Council, there are nine deaths each day attributed to distracted driving. While many people associate distracted driving with the use of cellphones, there are many distractions that drivers may have to deal with on a regular basis. For example, simply…
Staying safe while driving on slippery roads
Snow, ice and rain can confound drivers on Texas roads and others throughout the country. However, there are steps that they can take to minimize their chances of getting into an accident. If possible, it may be best to stay home during periods of inclement…
What should you do next after a denied workers’ comp claim?
If you endured injuries in a workplace accident, you know how this type of incident can result in physical and financial suffering. Your work accident can leave you with both painful injuries and medical bills that you cannot manage on your own. This is why…
Drowsy driving crashes go up after daylight saving time ends
Drivers in Texas can certainly benefit from the one hour of sleep they gain with the end of daylight saving time, but they should know that risks are involved. Changes in sleep patterns give rise to drowsiness, which can affect driving for at least a…
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